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Mid-Level Civil Designer -- S&L Consulting
full-timeChicago$54k - $78k

Summary

Location

Chicago

Salary

$54k - $78k

Type

full-time

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Description

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

SLC works on behalf of clients to support utility-scale solar, wind, battery energy storage, thermal power, and other power and infrastructure projects. We evaluate and optimize technical, commercial, environmental, social responsibility, and financial aspects of the projects for a variety of clients.

This position will offer you the opportunity to support clients in the development stage of projects and work with teams of consultants. You will use your creativity and innovation to produce preliminary civil design deliverables up to a 30% design phase for renewable energy (solar and wind) battery storage, and thermal projects using CAD software. You will work with multi-discipline project teams to provide a variety of services, such as the following:

  • Independently interpret and coordinate topographical date to plan and execute preliminary civil design deliverables.
  • Prepare constraint maps identifying buildable area of projects using input from field surveys, FEMA flood map information and applicable rights-of-way.
  • Prepare 30% design phase civil layout drawings and grading design, including roads, ditches, drainage ponds, finish surfacing plans, permanent fencing plans, traffic control plans, and erosion control plans, as well as investigating, troubleshooting, and solving a wide variety of preliminary civil design issues.
  • Support solar energy yield assessments by preparing shading scene models.
  • Provide support to SLC project team members to ensure a complete and timely design.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

 

Education and Experience:

  • Associates Degree in Computer Aided Design Technology or equivalent experience
  • CAD certificate required in non-degreed.
  • Previous relevant experience considered.

Essential skills:

  • Three or more years of design experience in the development of civil design drawings.
  • Experience in the review of civil layout drawings for all phases of grading, regrading, and final grading.
  • Ability to interface with engineering and design teams of other disciplines in the power plant design process.
  • Proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD

 CAD Software skills valued but not required:

  • Bentley Microstation
  • Autodesk Civil 3D
  • Autodesk Navisworks
  • ArcGIS/Globalmapper
  • Proficiency with design software tools in executing 3D plant layout models.

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

 

Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance
  • Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life & Accident Insurance
  • Disability Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Back-Up Daycare
  • FSA & HSA
  • 401(k)
  • Pre-Tax Commuter Account
  • Merit Scholarship Program
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Corporate Charitable Giving Program
  • Tuition Assistance
  • First Professional Licensure Bonus
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Bereavement Leave
  • Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$54,420.00 - $78,410.00

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Awards & Recognition

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

Other facts

Tech stack
Civil Design,CAD Software,Autodesk AutoCAD,3D Plant Layout Models,Grading Design,Erosion Control Plans,Traffic Control Plans,Shading Scene Models,Multi-Discipline Coordination,Topographical Data Interpretation,Constraint Maps Preparation,Field Surveys,FEMA Flood Map Information,Troubleshooting,Problem Solving,Design Deliverables

About Sargent & Lundy

Sargent & Lundy is one of the world’s longest-standing full-service architect engineering firms. Founded in 1891, the firm is a global leader in power, energy, and decarbonization with expertise in grid modernization, renewable energy, energy storage, nuclear power, fossil power, carbon capture, and hydrogen. Sargent & Lundy delivers comprehensive project services – from consulting, design, and implementation to construction management, commissioning, and operations/maintenance – with an emphasis on quality and safety. The firm serves public and private clients in the power, energy, gas distribution, industrial, and government sectors.

Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
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Industry: Professional Services
Founding Year: 1891

What you'll do

  • The position involves supporting clients in the development stage of renewable energy projects by producing preliminary civil design deliverables. Responsibilities include interpreting topographical data, preparing civil layout drawings, and supporting project teams to ensure timely design completion.

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